Spicy bittergourd

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It uses butterflies and ladysfinger with spices. Mostly popular in South Asian countries. It is used as side dish with rice.

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  • 2
  • Easy
  • 10 mins
  • 15 mins
  • 2 mins
  • Budget Friendly

Ingredients

  • Bitter gourd- 2 (of average size)
  • Lady's finger- 5 counts
  • Brown or black sesame seeds- 4 tablespoons
  • Fenugreek seeds- half teaspoon
  • Turmeric powder- less than half a teaspoon
  • Cumin powder- half a teaspoon
  • Coriander powder- half a teaspoon
  • Salt- as per taste
  • Green or red chillies- 2 pieces
  • Vinegar or lemon juice- 2 tablespoons
  • Canola oil- 4 tablespoons

Preparation

Step 1

Roast sesame seeds and grind to make powder.
Cut bitter gourd and lady's finger in approximately 2 inches of size.
Heat canola oil on a pan.
Fry fenugreek.
Then add Chopped bittergourd and lady's finger to it and fry.
Add chillies to it and fry whole stuffs till soft.
Add turmeric powder, salt and coriander and cumin powder to it and stir properly.
Add vinegar or lemon juice and stir well.
Pour a cup of water, mix well and Cover for 5 minutes till little bit of water is left.
Remove lid and add Sesame seed powder and stir well.
Then cover for few minutes at low flame.
Remove lid and stir well.
Switch off the oven and leave dish for few minutes to cool.
Now the dish is ready to serve.

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Take care not to burn food while frying or cooking.

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